Information on "Terrorism" and "Africa"
February 2013
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25 Feb 2013
Al-Qaida in North Africa: It's Not the Same Old Story
Many Western forces now have extensive experience in fighting al-Qaida affiliates in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. But as the focus turns to al-Qaida in North Africa, Henry "Chip" Carey warns that they should not be tricked into thinking that they know what awaits them. More on «Al-Qaida in North Africa: It's Not the Same Old Story»
January 2013
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28 Jan 2013
Tunisia: Signs of Domestic Radicalization Post-Revolution
Islamic extremism and political radicalization are on the rise in Tunisia. Anne Wolf, however, believes that the spike in violence between extremists and Tunisian authorities is not just a local phenomenon – it is rapidly becoming endemic across North Africa. More on «Tunisia: Signs of Domestic Radicalization Post-Revolution»
November 2012
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8 Nov 2012
Troubled Times for the Sinai Peninsula
The Sinai Peninsula has recently experienced an upsurge in extremist violence, particularly against its energy infrastructure. Improving the security of this fragile region, writes Sonia Rothwell, will depend on the domestic and regional policies of the Mursi government and the Obama administration. More on «Troubled Times for the Sinai Peninsula»
July 2012
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31 Jul 2012
Something Had to Give: Nigeria's Coming Crisis
Nigeria's inability to contain the threat posed by Boko Haram recently prompted President Goodluck Jonathan to replace his National Security Adviser. This move, however, is unlikely to allay widespread concerns that the radical Islamist group remains out-of-control and that the state is too corrupt (and therefore ineffectual) to deal with it. More on «Something Had to Give: Nigeria's Coming Crisis»
May 2012
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25 May 2012
Terrorism in West Africa: The Anarchy That Hasn't Come
While riddled with weak states, West Africa has not become the international terrorist playground some feared it would. That does not mean warnings about extremists should be overlooked however. More on «Terrorism in West Africa: The Anarchy That Hasn't Come» -
24 May 2012
Boko Haram: Racing to Reclaim the Initiative
Boko Haram's escalation of violent activity across northern Nigeria has been relentless. More on «Boko Haram: Racing to Reclaim the Initiative»
